Tag Archives: christmas

Christmas Feast Ideas?

Posted on 2012-12-02 by tikichris

As I mentioned on the blog yesterday morning, despite the fact that I’ve lived in London for about a decade, 2012 will be the first year that I’ll actually be here on Christmas day. I’m gonna do it up with … Continue reading →

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First Christmas in London

Posted on 2012-12-01 by tikichris

Wow. This year will be the first time I spend Christmas in London. Every December before this one, I’ve gone back to the States (well, there was the one odd year I “did” Christmas in Italy). Good news is no … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Begins Again

Posted on 2012-11-23 by tikichris
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Win a Free Skylander Figure #SkylandersAtHamleys

Posted on 2012-11-23 by tikichris

Hey Santa, Check it out. Two awesome FREE Skylander things for you to read abouthere. One: Skylanders is taking over Hamleys on Regent Street this Sunday from 12-4pm. There will be loads of fun activities going on, including face painting … Continue reading →

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Talking Turkey 2012

Posted on 2012-11-21 by tikichris

Big turkey, little oven. That’s how my saturday din-din rolled out. In the end though, my dinner guests had no beef with the bird I served. Phew! As mentioned a couple of days ago, my 2012 Thanksgiving dinner came a … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Covent Garden (CheapOair)

Posted on 2012-11-14 by tikichris

London’s historic Covent Garden has announced its 2012 festive season calendar, and it promises several weeks’ worth of fun events and activities for the whole family. Read my complete post at the CheapOair blog. Photo/aurélien.

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Handy Scandi Christmas Gifts from Scandinavian Kitchen

Posted on 2012-11-09 by tikichris

When Danish/Swedish tag team Bronte (from Denmark) and Jonas (from Sweden) opened Scandinavian Kitchen in 2006, the plan was simply to make available to themselves and their ex-pat communities all the food and drink they missed from back home. Little … Continue reading →

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Visit the Godiva Chocolate Cafe at Harrods (CheapOair)

Posted on 2012-10-25 by tikichris

There are only two of these cafes on the planet – one in Beijing and the other in London. And although the London venue is one of more than 30 different restaurants and eateries located within the world famous Harrods department … Continue reading →

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Godiva Chocolate Christmas Preview

Posted on 2012-10-16 by tikichris

Premium Belgian chocolate maker, Godiva Chocolatier, recently previewed its new collection of Christmas treats. I was there. It was tasty. Here’s what’ll be on offer from Godiva from the 8th of November (here in the UK anyway): Three new chocolate … Continue reading →

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Christmas in July: Thorntons Chocolates

Posted on 2012-07-21 by tikichris

Wha?! Christmas in July. Yep, I dropped in on the Thorntons Christmas preview shizzle dizzle the other day, like I did a couple of weeks ago for the Harvey Nics’ and Carluccio’s previews. Highlights? Well, Christmastime is family time with … Continue reading →

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Christmas in July: Harvey Nichols and Carluccio’s

Posted on 2012-07-11 by tikichris

It’s always Christmastime here in tikichrisland. Even in July. No, not really, but as dinosaur magazine publishers who plan their content seasons ahead of time still seem to lead the way when it comes to press events, summer is the … Continue reading →

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Good Stuff

Posted on 2012-01-27 by tikichris

It’s almost February. We’re well into 2012, and I’m just now getting around to post about things from before and around Christmas. Geez. If you had even half as much fun as I had the final few weeks of last … Continue reading →

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Experience Hyde Park Winter Wonderland in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2011-12-23 by tikichris

Experience Hyde Park Winter Wonderland in London OneTravel, Dec 22, 2011 London‘s most beloved park, Hyde Park, becomes a Winter Wonderland this time of year with seasonal offerings ranging from a German style Christmas market, fun fair rides, the city’s … Continue reading →

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Lego Christmas Tree at London St Pancras Station (CheapOair)

Posted on 2011-12-20 by tikichris

Lego Christmas Tree at London St Pancras Station CheapOair, December 20, 2011 A 12.2 metre tall (that’s more than 40 feet high!) Christmas tree made completely out of Lego bricks welcomes travelers as they zip in and out of the … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve Fireworks in London (CheapOair)

Posted on 2011-12-13 by tikichris

New Year’s Eve Fireworks in London CheapOair, December 13, 2011 Every year upon the New Year’s Eve midnight tolling of iconic Big Ben’s bongs, London puts on a free spectacular fireworks display. As the biggest annual fireworks display in the whole of the United … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Upper Street Pink

Posted on 2011-12-11 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Meat

Posted on 2011-12-08 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: £1

Posted on 2011-12-07 by tikichris
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Wine of the Month: 2010 Berrys’ Chianti, Badia a Coltibuono, Tuscany

Posted on 2011-12-03 by tikichris

Yes, I’m well aware that it’s been more than a year and a half since my last WOTM review. Hey, just trying to live life these days sometimes gets in the way of trying to live the good life – … Continue reading →

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Ice Skating in London (CheapOair)

Posted on 2011-11-22 by tikichris

Ice Skating in London CheapOair, November 22, 2011 Have flights to London and like to ice skate? You’re in luck. Tis the season to swish across the ice, and London has an impressive number of venues with seasonal rinks. And … Continue reading →

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Talking ‘First Class’ Turkey for Thanksgiving (Great British Chefs)

Posted on 2011-11-21 by tikichris

Talking ‘First Class’ Turkey for Thanksgiving Great British Chefs, 21 November 2011 Love it or hate it, there’s a good chance you’re going to be tucking into a roasted turkey sometime soon. The mandatory centrepiece for a proper British Yuletide … Continue reading →

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Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree (CheapOair)

Posted on 2011-11-11 by tikichris

Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree CheapOair, November 11, 2011 The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree is the name for the famous Christmas tree donated to the people of London by the city of Oslo each year since 1947.   The tree is prominently displayed in … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Merry Xmas to You

Posted on 2010-12-25 by tikichris
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Christmas Prizes from 56 Sage Street

Posted on 2010-12-22 by tikichris

As I mentioned back in October when Barclays launched 56 Sage Street, this free online game is a fun and has some sharp graphics. Now with Christmas upon us, the game is also an excellent opportunity to win some killer … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Whitecross Christmas

Posted on 2010-12-22 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Xmas Memory

Posted on 2010-12-20 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Banana Xmas

Posted on 2010-12-19 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Santa

Posted on 2010-12-17 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Santa

Posted on 2010-12-16 by tikichris
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Christmas Cheer Versus Airport Stress (Qype does London)

Posted on 2010-12-15 by tikichris

Christmas Cheer Versus Airport Stress Qype does London, December 15th 2010 Here we go. Inclement weather looming with thousands of idiots cramming into airports in search of Christmas cheer, to honour Yuletide obligations or maybe just escape the winter gloom: tis … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Book of Iced Biscuits

Posted on 2010-12-13 by tikichris
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The Twelve Drinks of Christmas at the Waldorf Hilton (Londonist)

Posted on 2010-12-07 by tikichris

The Twelve Drinks of Christmas at the Waldorf Hilton Londonist, December 7, 2010 at 16:30 pm What would a liquid Partridge in a Pear Tree taste like and how tipsy would it make you? If this is the sort of alcho-pondering that … Continue reading →

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Reindeer Pie at Battersea Pie Station, Covent Garden (Londonist)

Posted on 2010-12-03 by tikichris

Reindeer Pie at Battersea Pie Station, Covent Garden Londonist, December 3, 2010 at 16:30 PM Made from organic free-range (not farmed) Swedish reindeer meat in a red wine and mushroom sauce and garnished with a dusting of herbs, it’s good value … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Free Cocktails for Every Early Christmas Booking at Lucky Voice (Londonist)

Posted on 2010-10-15 by tikichris

Reminder: Free Cocktails for Every Early Christmas Booking at Lucky Voice Londonist, October 15, 2010 10:48 AM Today’s the last day to take advantage of this Londonist Exclusive! READ MY COMPLETE POST: Reminder: Free Cocktails for Every Early Christmas Booking at … Continue reading →

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Londonist Exclusive: Free Cocktails for Every Early Christmas Booking at Lucky Voice

Posted on 2010-10-11 by tikichris

Londonist Exclusive: Free Cocktails for Every Early Christmas Booking at Lucky Voice Londonist, October 11, 2010 11:00 AM Lucky Voice, London and Brighton’s number one chain of luxury karaoke bars, are offering a special exclusive to all Londonist readers. READ MY … Continue reading →

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